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Pearson Canada: Developmental Editor

Pearson Canada is looking for a Developmental Editor for their Don Mills office. The deadline is July 19.

For details see Developmental Editor, Higher Education Division.

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensure assigned project goals are met following established project guidelines for the team.
• Contribute to the success of stated business goals of the team.
• Track and communicate ongoing detailed status of projects as requested (eg by team leader, Manager, Acquisitions Editor, Marketing Manager, production, media, etc)
• Assist in the assessment of proposals
• Develop assigned projects in development, including:
• Guide and instruct authors in their preparation of manuscripts.
• Create and maintain detailed project schedules.
• Assess sample chapters and provide appropriate editorial feedback.
• Monitor and ensure projects are developed within specified budgets.
• Ensure projects comply with acceptance criteria and production guidelines.
• Prepare acceptable manuscripts for launch, according to Production and CS guidelines.
• Monitor projects through production to ensure budgets and specifications are accurate.
• Coordinate with other project stakeholders (eg Media Editors, Project Managers, Acquisitions Editors, Marketing Managers) when required
• Prepare guidelines for reviewers and questionnaires for survey respondents as directed.
• Analyze reviews, surveys, and responses as needed.
• Participate in preparing and conducting focus groups as required.
• Work with Marketing to ensure marketing materials are accurate and complete.
• Suggest ongoing changes and improvements to development procedures.

Qualifications:

• University degree
• Previous developmental editing experience required
• Very strong communication skills – written and oral
• Excellent organizational skills
• Computer literate – Microsoft Office

Candidates are asked to submit a résumé and cover letter by July 19, 2010 to:

Paula Hunter, Human Resources Consultant
Fax: (416) 447-0598
Email: paula.hunter@pearsoncanada.com

We would like to thank all those who inquire or apply.
Only those under consideration will be contacted.